Commercial Litigation
Minneapolis/St. Paul
What was it like trying a case in front of Judge Miles Lord?
What advice would you have for someone coming out of law school who wants to be a trial lawyer?
What did Solly Robins teach you about being a lawyer?
What was the biggest challenge for you in this case?
Who have been some of the best lawyers you've faced in your career?
Career Lowlights
How do you maintain focus and energy every moment in a trial that lasts over 15 weeks?
How would you compare doing battle in an arbitration setting compared to a courtroom in front of a jury?
Was it a departure for you to represent a big company in Kraft Foods v. Starbucks?
Can you tell us about the RKMC Foundation for Children?
What about the firm's private foundation?
What was the central dispute in Kraft Foods v. Starbucks?
What is your response to Judge Lord's critics?
Meet Minneapolis Civil Litigation Attorney Michael Ciresi
Do you remember when you thought you could be a trial lawyer?
Founding Partners' Experience
Was it odd for you to take on the cause of a former opponent?
What are Mike Ciresi’s rules? How do you approach cross-examination?
Dreams of Becoming a Successful Lawyer
Can you describe the most exciting moment for your team in the discovery process?
How Do You Deal With Nerves?